Australian label Mercurialist offers an antidote to faddish It bags with its new accessories collection inspired by the old world and art of invention. The brand sees the beauty in what is weathered and worn, the story of an object and its journey.
Mercurialist’s purses feature edgy distressed leathers and dark oxidized metal hardware. Each one is handmade, to ensure attention to detail and the uniqueness that cannot come from a factory conveyor belt.
The label has been steadily growing its profile with appearances at Melbourne fashion events like PentHouseMouse and Federation Square’s Design Market.
Mercurialist purses aren’t the kind to turn heads; the designs are much more timeless. Names like Dependable Dave, Hard Clive, and Bruce, give the bags the quirky personalities that fashionistas might feel are missing in the accessories.
Mercurialist handbags are priced from $249 at the online boutique Supermarket. With prices topping $425 for the Doctor Cairo they aren’t cheap for a largely unknown designer, but the quality materials and attention to detail help to justify the outlay.
